Lore 288: Doom & Gloom
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Cyclical Apocalypses and Cultural Narratives
This chapter examines the common threads in cyclical apocalypse stories, particularly focusing on flood myths from various civilizations and their implications. It delves into failed doomsday prophecies, the societal impacts of European colonization, and the media frenzy surrounding Halley's Comet, illustrating humanity's enduring fascination with end-of-world narratives. Through these interconnected tales, the chapter reflects on the evolution of apocalyptic beliefs and the lessons they impart about history and human behavior.
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